Helping you meet your nutrition goals without another diet

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Hi! I’m Shavonne Wood

I’m a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, and yoga instructor.

I have over a decade of experience helping individuals and families improve their health through evidence-based, personalized nutrition counselling. I take a holistic approach to care—addressing not just nutrition, but also stress, sleep, and physical activity—to help you build habits that are both realistic and sustainable. Whether you’re managing a medical condition or simply looking to feel your best, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

I provide one-on-one nutrition counselling for individuals living in Ontario for a wide range of health concerns, including:

  • Blood sugar balance and diabetes management (Certified Diabetes Educator)
  • Gut health including IBS, celiac disease, food allergies, sensitivities and intolerances
  • Cardiovascular or heart health: high cholesterol/dyslipidemia, high blood pressure, family history of heart disease
  • Personalized, client-centred weight loss support, including for those using GLP-1 weight loss medications such as semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro®), with a focus on sustainable, healthy habits
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Hormone Health including addressing perimenopause and menopause symptoms and associated health concerns
  • Anti-inflammatory nutrition
  • Autoimmune conditions
  • Cancer support/Oncology nutrition
  • Family nutrition
  • Meal planning
  • Malnutrition prevention and seniors nutrition
  • Mental health and nutrition
  • Mindful and emotional eating
  • Tube feeds
  • Nutrition for athletic performance
  • Palliative care
  • HIV positive care

I have worked in speciality areas including palliative care and home enteral feeds for 10 years, and also have experience providing specializes services including menu planning and menu reviews for retirement homes and group home settings.

Credentials & Education

My education and training includes:

  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition – University of Guelph
  • Master of Health Sciences in Nutrition Communication – Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson)
  • Accredited Dietetic Internship – St. Michael’s Hospital, the Centre for Addictions and Mental Health, Toronto Public Health, General Mills
  • Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) – Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board
  • Food Science Certificate – University of Guelph
  • Healthcare Leadership Certification – University of Toronto
  • Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care – the Palliative Pain and Symptom Management Consultation Program (PPSMCP)
  • Indigenous Cultural Safety Training
  • Registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
  • Yoga Teacher Training- YTT 200hr

With extensive training and experience working in nutrition counselling with a wide variety of health conditions and populations, I believe that everyone has the ability to improve their health through their diet. As a busy mom of 2 young children, I understand that it can be difficult to prioritize your health goals, but I believe that everyone can build healthy and sustainable habits with the right information and support… no restrictive diet needed.

I offer in person counselling and workshops in Millbrook, ON and surrounding areas, and virtual services for anyone living in Ontario with convenient appointments to meet you wherever you’re at—no referral required.

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My Approach

Weight Neutral

I use a non-diet approach. This means if you don’t want to talk about your weight- no problem. And if you’re nervous to meet with a dietitian because you don’t want to be put on yet another restrictive diet- no worries, it won’t happen here.

Evidence Based

As a registered dietitian I practice evidenced-based nutrition. This means that when I provide you with recommendations they are backed by science to ensure you are being provided with both safe and effective guidance while you work towards meeting your health goals.

Holistic Wellness

I believe that healthcare needs a holistic approach. Although I specialize in nutrition, I am also trained to look at your health as a ‘whole picture’. This includes considering factors like sleep, stress, activity, emotional and mental health, and overall lifestyle.

With Well Balanced RD…

✓ Learn To Understand Your Relationship With Food

Do you want to develop a better understanding of your mind-body connection and how it affects your relationship with food? Do you struggle with emotional eating or cravings that you can’t seem to control? Do you want to uncover the ‘why’ behind your food decisions?

I can help you make dietary changes to optimize your health, while also developing a better understanding about your emotional relationship with food.

✓ Get Support To Address Core Aspects Of Your Health

What you eat can make a huge difference in your health. However, so can other aspects of your physical and mental health including activity, stress management, and sleep. I provide a holistic approach to health so that we can address all issues impacting your health.

Achieve Balance

Let’s work together!

Explore my various service offerings, either in-person or virtual.

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